The Rame Peninsula

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the Rame Peninsula

In recent years, the Rame Peninsula has been referred to as the 'Forgotten Corner' of Cornwall... If you're thinking neglected and ignored; you'd be correct! And we're proud of it!
Uber doesn't exist here and the nearest Wetherspoons is 50 minutes away, by car...
Instead, you'll find 5 independent Pubs/Restaurants less than 2 miles from Rame Barton. If you don't fancy a short 10-15 min stroll, there are a couple of friendly local taxi companies you can call. (no, they are not on Uber!)
To add, we would recommend that you book restaurants/taxis in advance to avoid disappointment.

unspoilt traditional Cornish villages, breath-taking independent Pubs, Restaurants, shops & cafes, love stunning scenery, coastal walks, a long sandy beach, stately homes, wonderful places to eat and all the attributes of times gone by, Rame Barton is the place for you.

Cornwall's forgotten corner

"It’s sometimes called Cornwall’s Forgotten Corner and, it is. A lot of people think that they know Cornwall, but this is a little gem tucked away in south east Cornwall that gets overlooked at times and it really is worth a visit."

- Ian Berry | Mount Edgcumbe Estate
via Visit Cornwall

Locals' persepectives

"The Rame Peninsula is a unique place and we have everything that a holidaymaker would want. Even living here it is a joy, we look after you really well when you come here.
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Travelling by car you have to go past the most stunning and breathtaking scenery. Whitsand Bay is just incredible and for several miles you will have to look at the sea and just see how fabulous the place is that you are visiting.

The amazing gold coastal path that we have around Rame, that takes you up to Rame Head, which is just the most breathtaking situation to look out from. You have to stop a moment and just look and think, wow!"
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"Mount Edgcumbe House & Country Park covers 865 acres and 10 miles of coastline. It has a historic house, fantastic Grade 1 landscaped gardens, there’s a deer park where, if you’re lucky, you may catch glimpses of the ancient deer herd.
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The other estates that are local to us are Anthony estate near Torpoint and Port Elliott estate over at St Germans.
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Whitsand Bay is the site of the James Eagan Layne that’s probably the most dived upon wreck in Britain and very popular with Divers. And then quite close to it, they sank the former HMS Scylla as a dive attraction."
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"We have lots of beautiful villages, but we have the twin villages of Kingsand & Cawsand particularly, which are just stunning - historic houses, stunning views, it’s incredible.

You’ll get a glimpse of Cornwall how it used to be. But, in saying that, we have everything that you need now as a modern traveller to keep you happy and keep you wanting to stay here and never wanting to leave."

Attractions & things to do near Rame Barton

Some of our favourite places to eat, drink & visit

Places to eat & drink

Eat & Drink

Clifftop Café

Whitsand Bay

Beautifully situated café with outdoor seating set on the top of the cliffs overlooking Whitsand Bay. Serves traditional breakfast, plus lovely coffee and cream scones, among other things.

Eat & Drink

The Bay

Cawsand

Set in the historic smugglers bay of Cawsand and a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, you will find this fine dining and seaside charmed bar and restaurant. With a view from every table and delicious cuisine, your tastebuds and your sight are sure to be delighted!

Eat & Drink

The Devonport Inn

Kingsand

The Devonport Inn on the Cleave has a unique position in this historic, charming and traffic free Cornish village just yards from the small beach that looks out across the Rame peninsular. On a sunny day one can sit out and eat well at great value from the pub restaurant or sample local real ales and fine wines from the bar.

Attractions on the Rame Peninsula

Local Attraction

Whitsand Bay

South east Cornwall

The beaches of Whitsand Bay offer over three miles of stunning sand from Rame Head to Portwrinkle and are considered one of Cornwall’s hidden gems. Reached by steep paths and steps that wind down between the verdant vegetation, these beaches are never crowded.

Local Attraction

Mount Edgcumbe Country House

Cremyll

Mount Edgcumbe House is the former home of the Earls of Mount Edgcumbe and is set in Grade I Cornish Gardens within 865 acres Country Park on the Rame Peninsula, South East Cornwall. Explore, enjoy and learn about the beautiful history of the house and country park.

Local Attraction

Rame Head

Rame

Rame Head, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, juts out from the peninsula at its most south westerly point and provides the perfect, clifftop vantage point for some stunning 360-degree scenes.

Days out & things to do

Things to Do

Plymouth Boat Trips

Plymouth, Devon

Set sail with Plymouth Boat Trips for fun packed fishing trips, relaxed harbour cruises or commuter ferries to Cornwall – there’s something for everyone.

Things to Do

Adventure Bay Surf School

Whitsand Bay, Cornwall

Whitsand Bay's premier surf school and coasteering provider in South East Cornwall specialising in surfing lessons from age seven upwards, surf hire and exciting coasteering routes around Rame Head. We are a small school with a big personality and are only five miles from Plymouth, open year round (by appointment from 31st Oct - 1st Mar).

Things to Do

Adrenalin Quarry

Menheniot, Cornwall

This place has been throwing people off cliffs since 2009! Near Liskeard, Adrenalin Quarry will bring out the extreme fun junkie in you. It has the UK's maddest zip-wire, where you'll reach up to 40mph over the quarry. There is also a giant swing on which you'll defy gravity and loads of other thrilling things.

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Further Afield

Eden Project

Bodelva, Cornwall

The Eden Project is a popular visitor attraction in Cornwall. Inside the two giant biomes are plants that are collected from many diverse climates and environments. The project is located in a reclaimed china clay pit, located 2 km from the town of St Blazey and 5 km from the larger town of St Austell.

Further Afield

The Lost Gardens Heligan

Pentewan, Cornwall

A network of magical gardens, woodland walks, an animal barn and farmland brimming with interest and intrigue, and with over 200 acres at the former hidden gardens near Mevagissey.

Further Afield

St Michael's Mount

Mount's Bay, Cornwall

Accessed via a causeway or by boat, one of Cornwall's most iconic spots is a brilliant treasure trove for visitors. From the picturesque village and harbour, through to the beautiful gardens and the historic castle where you can find out about the giant whose skeleton was found in the church, all ages will be fascinated by the mount.

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